Silver Dollar City - Glassblowing Apprenticeship (Seasonal, 2026)

Job Summary

You must be currently at least 18 years of age and enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical school degree program to participate. This program runs from May 18th through August 14th. 

As a Tyro Craftsman, you’ll be the newest addition to the family of 100 resident craftsmen who give Silver Dollar City an identity unlike any other place on the planet. We’re looking for people who have a basic knowledge of this craft and are willing to work under one of our Master Craftsmen to perfect your trade. We are the Home of American Craftsmanship, with craftsmen giving daily live demonstrations throughout our 1880s park. You’ll be working in front of hundreds of guests every day, finding the perfect blend of entertainment and education they have come to expect from this deeply rooted tradition. We strongly suggest you attach photos to show us what you can do.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Give entertaining and informative demonstrations of craft, while working in appropriate period settings, using customs and crafts associated with folk life depicted in the Silver Dollar City setting

• Acquire information about the time period and lifestyle depicted and craft techniques associated with the time and area to devise plans for authentic presentation of craft

• Explain techniques of craft and point out the relationship of craft to lifestyle depicted to assist guests in comprehending traditional techniques of work and play related to the time and area

• Effectively interact with guests and fellow employees without distracting them while maintaining a positive, team-oriented attitude

• Be self-motivated and self-directed with the ability to solve problems with minimal supervision

• Meet established production goals at an acceptable quality level

• Keep work area clean and well stocked and maintain organization and inventory of raw materials

• Ensure compliance with all authorized operator requirements and safety procedures specific to the job location

• Follow any other job-related duties requested by leadership

• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly

• Ensure proper handling of customer credit card information in compliance with Property Procedures and Purchasing Card Industry (PCI) standards

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of the applied craft

• Strong interpersonal communication skills

• Confidence performing in front of large crowds while remaining focused and engaging

Education/Experience

• One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Current enrollment in a college, university, or technical school preferred.

Benefits

• Free admission to The Silver Dollar City Company and discounted admissions to Herschend Enterprises’ attractions and resorts across the US for you and your dependents

• Complimentary tickets & discounts on season passes for loved ones

• Discounts on dining, drinks, and merchandise across The Silver Dollar City Company

• Profit Sharing and 401(k) Retirement plans are available

• Affordable health plan options (co-pay, HSA, FSA) available to all full-time seasonal and year-round employees

• Employee health center provides basic office visits, x-rays, and lab work for a co-pay, whether insured or not

See all of the benefits offered through The Silver Dollar City Company at: https://www.silverdollarcity.com/Employment/Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans